Monday - Friday, June 28-July 2
8:45 am - 4:00 pm at the Elley-Long Music Center
at Saint Michael's College, Colchester
Place your name on the mailing list to receive a 2010 Music Day Camp Brochure & Registration form by emailing VYOA Office Manager Katie Graham.
About Music Day Camp:
Music Day Camp offers young musicians an opportunity to develop musical skills while making music in both large and small ensembles. Daily activities include classes in symphonic band, orchestra, chamber music, small ensemble participation, master classes, and individual instruction. Additionally, expanded levels of Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble now accommodate more students in wider ranges of playing ability. Electives will be offered in jazz band, improvisation, chorus, music theory, and composition. Special camp features include outdoor recreation and arts & crafts.
Music Day Camp Director Timothy Buckingham is known locally for the outstanding band program he directs at Edmunds Middle School in Burlington. He is joined by a faculty comprised from the best music educators in the area.
Music Day Camp is open to the following students:
Winds, Brass, Percussion:
- Entering grades 6-10 in Fall of 2011
- Minimum of one year of instruction
Strings:
- Entering grades 4-9 Fall of 2011
- Minimum of one year of private lessons or two years school lessons
- Ability to play in the keys of C, G, D, A, F, & B-flat
Ensemble Placement will be offered to students in both Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble. Placement is based upon different variables, including playing experience, and proficiency with required scales, keys and rhythms. Ensemble placement occurs after a student has registered for Music Day Camp.
Tuition for Music Day Camp: $255. Financial Aid is available.
Download a 2010 Registration form HERE.
Download a 2010 Financial Aid Application HERE.
Deadlines:
Financial Aid Applications: TBD
Camp Registration and payment: TBD
Apply early! Camp fills up quickly!
Music Day Camp is generously sponsored by
Ellis Music of Bethel VT.
